Originally Posted by Meloman

I've been around since '98 running my own sites and such. A few years back I worked for a very large affiliate program as the traffic manager. I took the spot 100% for the experience, fun & security of an extra guaranteed paycheck.

I did that for about 2 years, had an absolute blast and enjoyed it very much. One of the greatest advantages of this job was the amount of networking I was able to do. I met many, many more people through that company than when I was originally 100% on my own.

So I was all ready a successful wemaster but still decided to go work for someone else just for fun & extra experience. I sure there are many reps out there that also have there own sites they run. It wouldn't surprise me if there are others out there making MORE money with there own sites, yet still enjoy the security of an extra guaranteed paycheck.

So it is very possible to work for a program and yet still have your own sites making good $$$